AC Failure Ruins Awarapan 2 Screening in Ghaziabad

A moviegoer has complained about a screening of Awarapan 2 at a cinema in Ghaziabad, where the air conditioning allegedly stopped functioning properly. The incident took place on August 15, 2026, during the 10:30 pm show of Awarapan 2 in Theatre 3 at Pacific Mall, Ghaziabad.

The moviegoer alleged that the auditorium's AC was barely functioning, leaving the hall extremely humid and stuffy. They immediately approached the theatre management after noticing the issue, but the problem was not resolved despite the complaint.

The management allegedly gave them multiple explanations but did not provide a solution. With the auditorium becoming increasingly uncomfortable, the moviegoers said they had no option but to leave before the interval.

The complaint described the incident as a 'severe failure in basic facilities' and alleged that the poor conditions not only ruined their movie experience but also affected their health. The moviegoer also accused the cinema of providing 'deficient service' and lacking accountability.

The movie Awarapan 2, starring Emraan Hashmi and Disha Patani, has been performing well at the box office. On Day 2, it collected Rs 33.75 crore net across 10,496 shows in India, registering a 53.4 per cent growth over its opening-day collection of Rs 22 crore net.

The film's total India net collection has reached Rs 55.75 crore. The sequel follows the 2007 film Awarapan, which starred Shriya Saran and was a box-office flop, earning around Rs 12.50 crore worldwide over its lifetime.

Awarapan 2 has received mixed responses, with some viewers calling it a 'forced' sequel while praising Emraan's performance. The incident at the Ghaziabad cinema has raised concerns about the comfort and safety of moviegoers.

The moviegoer's complaint has highlighted the importance of proper maintenance of basic facilities in cinemas. The incident has also sparked a debate about the accountability of cinema management in ensuring a comfortable viewing experience for moviegoers.

In conclusion, the AC failure at the Ghaziabad cinema has ruined the movie experience for some viewers, and it is essential for cinema management to take necessary steps to prevent such incidents in the future.

The incident has also affected the reputation of the cinema, with the moviegoer urging others to be cautious about booking tickets at the venue. It remains to be seen how the cinema management will respond to the complaint and take steps to improve their services.